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Secular Organizations for Sobriety (Save Ourselves)

International. Founded 1986. Mutual help for alcoholics and addicts who want to acknowledge their addiction and maintain sobriety as a separate issue from religion or spirituality. Newsletter. Guidelines and assistance available for starting groups. Real-time online chats and e-groups available. Write:Secular Organizations for Sobriety4773 Hollywood Blvd.Hollywood, CA 90027Voice: 323-666-4295Fax: 323-666-4271Website: http://www.sossobriety.orgE-Mail: sos@cfiwest.orgVerified: 2/12/2014

Overcomers Outreach, Inc.

International. 700 affiliated groups. Founded 1985. 12-Step. Christ-centered. Support for anyone affected by addictions, as well as their families and friends. Uses 12-steps of A.A. and applies them to the Scriptures. Uses Jesus Christ as 'higher power'. Supplements involvement in other 12-step groups. Newsletter, group development guidelines and conferences. Write:Overcomers Outreach, Inc.P.O. Box 922950Sylmar, CA 91392-2950Voice: 1-800-310-3001Website: http://www.overcomersoutreach.orgE-Mail: info@overcomersoutreach.orgVerified: 2/18/2014

International Lawyers in Alcoholics Anonymous

International. 40+ affiliated groups. Founded 1975. Serves as a clearinghouse for support groups for lawyers who are recovering alcoholics or have other chemical dependencies. Newsletter, annual conventions and group development guidelines. Write:ILAA17216 Saticoy St. Ste. 211Van Nuys, CA 91406Voice: 818-343-2189Fax: 1-888-269-6045Website: http://www.ilaa.orgVerified: 3/5/2014

International Doctors in Alcoholics Anonymous

International network. 7000 members. 175 affiliated groups. Founded 1949. Opportunity for doctoral level health care professionals to discuss common problems and find common solutions to drug and alcohol problems. Annual meetings (1st week Aug.), phone support, newsletter, information and referrals. Mutual help meetings at conferences of other organizations. Also, Al-Anon program for helping families and friends of alcoholics recover from the effects of living with the problem drinking of a relative or friend. In addition, website provides links to several listgroups (ongoing recovery-related meetings conducted by e-mail). Write:IDAAc/o Dale Syfert2616 N.W. 25th Pl.Gainesville, FL 32605-2826Voice: 352-375-0240Website: http://www.idaa.orgVerified: 3/5/2014

LifeRing Secular Recovery

International. Founded 1999. Secular community of persons who are building lives free of dependency on alcohol and other drugs. Group activities are not associated with religion or spirituality. Members practice complete abstinence from alcohol and other addicting drugs. Peer support, literature, information, referrals and advocacy activities. Guidelines available for starting similar groups. Offers face-to-face meetings along with online support groups accessed by email, chat, bulletin board and social networking sites.hats and forum. Publishes sobriety literature. Write:LifeRing Secular Recovery1440 Broadway Suite 312Oakland, CA 94612-2023Voice: 1-800-811-4142 or 510-763-0779Website: http://www.lifering.orgE-Mail: service@lifering.orgVerified: 2/12/2014

Crystal Meth Anonymous

National. 12-Step. Fellowship for those in recovery from addiction to crystal meth. Open to families and friends. Information on starting a group available. Meetings list available on website. Write:Crystal Meth Anonymous4470 W Sunset Blvd, Ste 107 PMB555Los Angeles, CA 90027-6302Voice: 1-855-638-4373 (toll-free) or 213-488-4455Website: http://www.crystalmeth.orgVerified: 3/5/2014

Conduct Disorders Parent Message Board

Online. 7080 members. Founded 1995. Support for parents of a child with one of the many behavior disorders such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, oppositional defiance disorder, bipolar disorder, conduct disorder, depression, anxiety and substance abuse. Parents of children all ages welcome. Website: http://www.conductdisorders.comVerified: 3/5/2014

Birds of a Feather

International. Founded 1972. 12-Step. Program to help airmen (pilots and crewmembers) who are active or inactive in private, commercial or military aviation suffering from alcohol or drug addiction. Members share experience, strength and hope in order to help each other. Groups (called 'nests') are autonomous. Assistance in starting new 'nests.' NetNest online computer-based e-mail meeting. Newsletter. Annual convention. Write:BOAF510 Old Valley Pt.Fayetteville, GA 30215Website: http://www.boaf.orgVerified: 3/5/2014

Addiction Survivors

Online. Provides peer support communities for those with drug/alcohol addiction, family and friends. Website: http://www.addictionsurvivors.orgVerified: 3/5/2014

Pills Anonymous

International. Self-help, self-supporting, anonymous 12-step program based on the principles of A.A. For those who want to help themselves and others recover from chemical addiction. Voice: 212-874-0700Website: http://www.pillsanonymous.orgE-Mail: info@pillsanonymous.orgVerified: 3/12/2014

Dual Recovery Anonymous

International. Founded 1989. 12-Step. Program for individuals who experience a dual disorder of chemical dependency and a psychiatric or emotional illness. Primary purpose is to help one another achieve dual recovery and to prevent relapse. Literature, newsletter and assistance in starting local groups. Write:Dual Recovery AnonymousP.O. Box 8107Prairie Village, KS 66208Website: http://www.draonline.org (Note: listings of groups on this website
may be out-of-date. Call the contact number listed for the group
before attending).E-Mail: draws@draonline.orgVerified: 3/12/2014

Social Workers Helping Social Workers

Founded 1980. A national network of MSW's, BSW's and students who have a personal experience with alcohol/chemical dependence, either their own or that of a significant other. Social workers with other addictions are welcomed to attend meetings. Primary purpose is to facilitate mutual support of its members though a combination of meetings, workshops, newsletter, email, lists, a monthly online meeting, telephone contacts, and an annual retreat/conference. Contact via website.Website: http://www.socialworkershelping.orgVerified: 3/5/2014

Buddhist Recovery Network

International. Founded 2008. Meetings in the US, Australia, Canada, Thailand and in the UK. Supports the use of Buddhist teachings, traditions and practices to help people in recovery from addiction. Open to people of all backgrounds. Promotes mindfulness and meditation. Write:Buddhist Recovery Network4300 Melrose Ave.Los Angeles, CA 90029Website: http://www.buddhistrecovery.orgE-Mail: paul@buddhistrecovery.orgVerified: 2/18/2014

Dual Diagnosis Anonymous

Model Group. Approximately a hundred groups in Oregon. Founded 2005. A peer support group based on the 12-steps, which has an additional 5-Steps that focus upon dual recovery (from both mental illness and substance abuse). DDA groups are primarily in Oregon. Email or phone for information on some DDA groups outside Oregon, or for free help in starting a new group, click on 'Printable Material' to see handouts, which includes information on facilitating and running a DDA group. Write:DDAPO Box 2883Portland, OR 97208Voice: 503-737-4126Website: http://www.ddaof_oregon.comE-Mail: corbettm@ddaof_oregon.comVerified: 3/5/2014

Double Trouble in Recovery

Resource. Founded 1989. Closed office in 2011. Some 12-step DTR groups still meet, as members help one another solve their common problems, to recover from both their addiction(s) and mental disorder. Free how-to's on starting DTR groups at websiteWebsite: http://www.hazelden.org/web/go/dtr (below info on DTR 'Basic Guide'). How-to's for professionals helping clients start groups are
for sale. To check on any local DTR groups, visit http://www.power2u.org -
click 'Consumer-Run Statewide Organizations' on left, and ask your
state organization for local dual recovery groups.Verified: 3/5/2014

Pharmacists Recovery Network

International Resource. Formed in 1996. Helps direct pharmacists and student pharmacists with an addiction to appropriate 12-step and other resources for peer support and recovery, e.g., IDAA. Provides an email support network for those running local or regional pharmacist recovery networks, or who are interested in developing such support networks where none currently exist. Website: http://www.usaprn.orgE-Mail: broussardc@aol.comVerified: 3/12/2014

Narateen

International. 12-Step. Fellowship of young persons whose lives have been affected by another's drug use. An active adult member of Nar-Anon who is certified as eligible service as a sponsor for each group. Group development guidelines and literature available. Write:Narateen (c/o Nar-Anon World Svc.)222527 Crenshaw Blvd., Ste 200BTorrance, CA 90505Website: ttp://www.nar-anon.orgE-Mail: narateen@nar-anon.orgVerified: 2/27/2014

Heroin Anonymous World Service

12-Step. Founded 2004. Support for heroin addicts from other former addicts who have found a way to recover from their addiction. Only requirement is the desire to life a life free of heroin. Help in the formation of new groups. Write:HAWS5025 N Central Ave, #587Phoenix, AZ 85021Website: http://www.heroinanonymous.orgE-Mail: heroinanonymoussws480@gmail.comVerified: 10/31/2013

Prescriptions Anonymous (RxA)

National. Founded 1998. Groups in 35 states. Support for individuals with prescription addiction. Provides help in forming Prescriptions Anonymous support groups nationally. Educates the public on pill addiction, lobby for prescription control programs and support online and offers resources for places to go for treatment with prescription and over-the-counter addictions. Write:RxA1711 W. 7th St. Apt 11Frederick, MD 21702Website: http://www.prescriptionsanonymous.orgE-Mail: info@prescriptionsanonymous.orgVerified: 1/31/2014

Narcotics Anonymous

(MULTILINGUAL) International. 61,800+ meetings per week in 129 countries. Founded 1953. 12-Step. Worldwide multicultural organization whose primary purpose is to help any individual stop using drugs. No dues, fees or registration. The only requirement for membership is the desire to stop using drugs. Information is available in several languages, on audio tape, CD and in Braille and in American Sign Language. Write:Narcotics Anonymous World ServicesP.O. Box 9999Van Nuys, CA 91409Voice: 818-773-9999Fax: 818-700-0700Website: http://www.na.orgE-Mail: fsmail@na.orgVerified: 2/19/2014

Families Anonymous

International. 500+ groups. Founded 1971. 12-Step. Fellowship for relatives and friends of persons with drug, alcohol or behavioral problems. Members learn to achieve their own serenity in spite of the turmoil which surrounds them. Besides many booklets, pamphlets and bookmarks, publications include daily thought book, 'Today A Better Way' and a bimonthly newsletter 'The Twelve-Step Rag.' Offers group development guidelines. Write:Families Anonymous701 Lee St, #670Des Plaines, IL 60016Voice: 1-800-736-9805Fax: 847-894-5837Website: http://www.familiesanonymous.orgE-Mail: famanon@familiesanonymous.orgVerified: 2/12/2012

Cocaine Anonymous, Inc.

International. 2500 chapters. Founded 1982. 12-Step. Fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from addiction. Quarterly newsletter. Group starter kit available. Write:21720 S. Wilmington Ave.Suite 304Long Beach, CA 90810Voice: 1-800-347-8998 (24 hr.) or
310-559-5833 (business office)Fax: 310-559-2554Website: http://ca.orgE-Mail: cawso@ca.orgVerified: 2/18/2014

Nar-Anon Family Group Headquarters, Inc.

International. 1600 groups. Founded 1967. 12-Step. Group offering self-help recovery to families and friends of addicts. Members share their experience, hope and strength with each other. Information packet available for starting new groups. Nara-teen programs available. Write:Nar-Anon Family Group Headquarters22527 Crenshaw Blvd., Suite 200BTorrance, CA 90505Voice: 1-800-477-6291 or 310-534-8188Fax: 310-534-8688Website: http://www.nar-anon.orgE-Mail: wso@nar-anon.orgVerified: 3/11/2014

Co-Anon Family Groups

International. 28 groups. Founded 1985. 12-Step. Program for families and friends of cocaine, crack and other drug addicts, whether they are actively using or not. Online, e-mail and face-to-face meetings. Provides assistance in starting new groups. Write:Co-Anon Family GroupsP.O. Box 12722Tucson, AZ 85732-2722Voice: 1-800-898-9985 or 520-513-5028Website: http://www.co-anon.orgE-Mail: info@co-anon.orgVerified: 3/12/2014

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